Become A Maryland Notary Public
Welcome!
Dive into our collection of short informational videos designed to explain how to become a
Maryland Notary Public. We hope our videos will help simplify the application process and
inspire you to become one of Maryland Notary Publics.
Become A Maryland Notary Public
Welcome!
Dive into our collection of short informational videos designed to explain how to become a
Maryland Notary Public. We hope our videos will help simplify the application process and
inspire you to become one of Maryland Notary Publics.
What is a Notary Public?
Discover the vital role of a Notary Public and explore their duties as a civil officer, fraud deterrent tool, and impartial witness.
Release date: 03/13/24
What is a Notary Public?
Discover the vital role of a Notary Public and explore their duties as a civil officer, fraud deterrent tool, and impartial witness.
Release date: 03/13/24
Qualifications to Become a Notary Public
Becoming a Notary Public involves more than just signing up. You must meet specific criteria to ensure you're qualified. Learn what you need to know about becoming a Notary Public in Maryland.
Release date: 04/24/24
Actions Before the Application: Read and Understand the Maryland Legal Authorities
Every applicant whether they are a new or renewing Notary Public must complete a series of steps before applying for their commission with the MD Office of the Secretary of State. Learn what you do before completing your application.
Release date: 05/02/24
Maryland Legal Authorities
Maryland Notary Public Laws/Statues
In the Annotated Code of Maryland_Notaries Public PDF attached below, you'll find a compiled list of all the laws/statutes that Maryland notaries must abide by. The National Notary Association compiled this convenient list and it was last updated on 01/18/24. Without this list each law/statute would have to be retrieved one by one from the Maryland General Assembly website.
Actions Before The Application: Purchase Your MD Notaries Handbook
The Maryland Notaries Handbook contains the regulatory guidelines prepared and adopted by the Office of the Secretary of State. The guidelines are derived from the laws/statutes. Learn where and how to purchase your Notary Public Handbook.
Release date: 05/15/24
Actions Before The Application: Select An Approved Notary Training Course (Coming Soon)
Effective October 21, 2021, the law (State Gov't Art. §§ 18-102) requires every applicant whether new or renewing to complete an approved course of study before submission of their Notary Public application. Learn who is on the approved trainers' list, types of training offered, and deadlines.
Release date: TBD
Your Application Submission: New & Renewing Notaries
Learn what to do as a New & Renewing applicant once you have successfully completed training with an approved trainer.
Release date: TBD
OTHER ESSENTIAL NOTARY PUBLIC LINKS
OTHER ESSENTIAL NOTARY PUBLIC LINKS
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